Christi DiNinni
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
Dynamic Float Pool RN with a proven track record at Saratoga Hospital, recognized as a Daisy Award Winner. Expert in telemetry and critical care, enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking. Committed to excellence, evidenced by Gold Star recognition, while mentoring staff to foster a collaborative environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Float Pool RN
Saratoga Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Provide direct patient care and treatment for up to 5 patients per shift in the ED, ICU, Telemetry/Stroke, Med-surg units.
- Highly organized to manage the challenges of fluctuating unit protocols. Keeping track of details to provide safe patient care.
- Work in fast-paced units like the ED Holds and ICU with high patient turnover.
- Administer medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Leadership background as a nursing preceptor, mentoring new nurses and nursing students.
- Provide exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educate patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Telemetry RN
Saratoga Hospital
02.2021 - Current
- Recognized and responded to emergency situations promptly, initiating appropriate interventions as per established guidelines within the telemetry setting.
- Enhanced patient care by providing continuous monitoring and assessment of telemetry patients.
- Administered cardiac medications per hospital policy and monitoring for side effects.
- Titrating medication dosages based on telemetry findings.
- Contributed to a reduction in medical complications through close observation of cardiac patterns and vital signs.
- Supported clinical decision-making by accurately interpreting complex EKG data as part of the patient evaluation process.
- Fostered a team-oriented atmosphere by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing knowledge and skills with colleagues, and assisting with training new telemetry RNs.
Education
Nursing
SUNY Adirondack
Queensbury, NY12-2020
Advertising/Graphic Design
Cazenovia College
Cazenovia, NY05-1991
Skills
- Daisy Award Winner 2023
- Gold Star Recipient for Excellence in Nursing
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Basic life support (BLS)
- Telemetry Certified
- Stroke Certified
- Flexibility and ability to adapt in fast-paced hospital settings
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Team player
Certification
Telemetry Certified
Stroke Certified
ACLS/BLS Certified
Timeline
Float Pool RN
Saratoga Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Telemetry RN
Saratoga Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Nursing
SUNY Adirondack
Advertising/Graphic Design
Cazenovia College
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